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as in endured
to come safely through
the cat miraculously survived a two-story fall
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as in lasted
to continue to operate or to meet one's needs
some old-world customs still survive in modern-day America
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Recent Examples of survived
He is survived by his wife, Kym, as well as their children and grandchildren.
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Matt Moret, New York Times, 12 May 2026
Last year, she was also impeached by the House but survived by successfully petitioning the Supreme Court to declare the impeachment bid unconstitutional on a technicality.
—Jim Gomez, Los Angeles Times, 11 May 2026
Larsson is the kind of pop star who would have survived any earlier era of pop — back when promo cycles included performances in malls, parking lots, Walmarts, and wherever else a crowd would gather.
—Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 11 May 2026
In addition to Baier-Bischofberger, Bischofberger is survived by his wife, Christine; daughters Lea and Cora; son Magnus; and ten grandchildren.
—News Desk, Artforum, 11 May 2026
Foxman is survived by his wife Golda; his daughter Michelle and his son Ariel; and four grandchildren.
—Ron Kampeas, Sun Sentinel, 11 May 2026
Mominul survived two chances before edging a delivery from pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi behind the wicket.
—ABC News, 11 May 2026
Key is survived by his parents, his sister and his brother-in-law.
—Landon Mion, FOXNews.com, 11 May 2026
She is also survived by 10 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren, the company said.
—Anne D'innocenzio, Chicago Tribune, 5 May 2026
Matt Moret, New York Times, 12 May 2026
Last year, she was also impeached by the House but survived by successfully petitioning the Supreme Court to declare the impeachment bid unconstitutional on a technicality.
—Jim Gomez, Los Angeles Times, 11 May 2026
Larsson is the kind of pop star who would have survived any earlier era of pop — back when promo cycles included performances in malls, parking lots, Walmarts, and wherever else a crowd would gather.
—Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 11 May 2026
In addition to Baier-Bischofberger, Bischofberger is survived by his wife, Christine; daughters Lea and Cora; son Magnus; and ten grandchildren.
—News Desk, Artforum, 11 May 2026
Foxman is survived by his wife Golda; his daughter Michelle and his son Ariel; and four grandchildren.
—Ron Kampeas, Sun Sentinel, 11 May 2026
Mominul survived two chances before edging a delivery from pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi behind the wicket.
—ABC News, 11 May 2026
Key is survived by his parents, his sister and his brother-in-law.
—Landon Mion, FOXNews.com, 11 May 2026
She is also survived by 10 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren, the company said.
—Anne D'innocenzio, Chicago Tribune, 5 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for survived
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The band has endured for decades with new material and regular tours.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
9 May 2026
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The owners are among the most respected in the business, having endured one of horse racing’s most heartbreaking stories.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
9 May 2026
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This lasted until 2023, when new management company Storey Hotel Management (who also run Nanuku Resort in Fiji and the Ameswell Hotel in California) took over, and the resort has maintained its elegance and quiet luxury.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
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However, Hernández’s prolonged offensive slump to start the season lasted long enough that, earlier this homestand, Roberts dropped him to the eighth spot in the order.—
Fabian Ardaya,
New York Times,
15 May 2026
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Vasquez lived at a different address in Norwood.—
Rocco Parascandola,
New York Daily News,
13 May 2026
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Chachapoyas, Peru In the mountains of northern Peru sits Chachapoyas, a city named in honor of the civilization that lived here from 800 BCE to 1470.—
Catherine Garcia,
TheWeek,
13 May 2026
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If it can be said that a honeymoon period prevailed following the 2021 agreements, that sense of fellow feeling has long since dissipated.—
Anthony Crupi,
Sportico.com,
11 May 2026
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New York has prevailed in the first three games of the series against the 76ers by margins of 39, six and 14 points, underscoring their ability to come out on top in a variety of different game scenarios.—
Juan Carlos Blanco,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2026
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LeBeau, who lives seven minutes from Honda Center in the Floral Park neighborhood of Santa Ana, was among the fans who weathered several frustrating seasons.—
Todd Harmonson,
Oc Register,
9 May 2026
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In every storm weathered, and every quiet moment shared, Florida mothers shape their children’s future with strength, compassion and unwavering care.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
9 May 2026
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Wardley, 31, had never lost in 21 bouts before Saturday, and somehow withstood numerous onslaughts from Dubois (23-3) without ever touching the canvas in a remarkable display of courage.—
Chris McKenna,
New York Times,
9 May 2026
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But the 76ers withstood the punch and took a 55-50 edge into halftime.—
Kyle Hightower,
Chicago Tribune,
3 May 2026
Verb
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While tapping away on my laptop, there was another type of tap on my shoulder.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 May 2026
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Surely there was a time earlier in your life when your financial picture wasn’t so stable.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Chicago Tribune,
12 May 2026
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“Survived.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/survived. Accessed 18 May. 2026.
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